friday 10 A Light in the Wilderness WORDS—It’s easy to look down on Confederate flag-wavers, but Oregon’s hands aren’t clean when it comes to race. Central Oregon author Jane Kirkpatrick’s novel draws inspiration from the true story of a free African-American woman who sees Oregon as a slavery-free utopia, until she learns about a law […]
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Our Picks 7/1-7/8
thursday 2 – saturday 4 La Pine Frontier Days PARTY—While it is doubtful that any of the contestants in the lawn mower race will reach the world record speed of 116 mph, the annual race is one of the roaring events happening for the Fourth. Other events include: apple pie competitions and a beard & […]
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wednesday 24 – sunday 28 Subaru Outside Games QUINTESSENTIAL—For no reason besides IT’S SUMMERTIME, Subaru (Bend’s quintessential vehicle) is hosting their annual Outside Games, and by games they mean quintessential events like a cruiser crawl from pub to pub, ending with a concert at Century Center (4 – 6 pm, Thursday) and kayak races. Various […]
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Our Picks 6/18-6/24
thursday 18 Fermentation Celebration BEER—The Fermentation Celebration features unique, experimental, and limited release beers all in one place—many of which can only be tasted at the event. Not big on beer? Wine, cider, and kombucha will be flowing as well, plus live music all day long. 4-10 pm. Old Mill District, 520 SW Powderhouse Dr. […]
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Our Picks 6/10-6/17
thursday 11 The Blitz MOUNTAIN BIKING—Formally known as Blitz to the Barrel, The Blitz is announcing a new course and finish line experience for this year’s race. With three chances to win cash prizes along the route, plus an arm-wrestling championship, beer, and barbecue at the finish, the fun isn’t just for the riders. 5 […]
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Our Picks 6/4-6/10
friday 5 Beard & Mustache Contest COMPETION—The second year of this annual event, as well as the first of Deschutes back alley parties. Expect some summer beers, a barbecue, and dancing to the Boxcar Stringband. With five categories—full beard, moustache, partial beard, freestyle, and the beer stache foam competition—there is something for everyone, as long […]
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Our Picks 5/27-6/3
thursday 28 BendFilm Bash ARTY PARTY—The 12th annual BendFilm Festival is just half a year away, which means it’s time for the annual fundraiser. This year’s event features the wildly popular variety show “Night Lights with Shanan Kelley,” which has sold out 25 consecutive shows since February 2014. Nosh on apps from Spork and throw […]
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thursday 21 Q&A with Ian Boswell MEET & GREET—Hometown hero Ian Boswell, a professional road cyclist in his third year with Team Sky, is preparing to lead his first major stage race, the Amgen Tour of California. Cheer him on while learning about life on the road for this young, rising star. Or, ask him […]
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thursday 14 Patchwork Players THEATER—The Patchwork Players performs a repertoire of one-act plays to help raise funds for Circle of Friends, a Sisters-based program that connects healthy adult mentors with vulnerable children. Drinks will be available to sample and purchase from Bend Distillery’s line of Crater Lake Spirits. So raise a glass to community theater […]
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friday 8 Third Seven Album Release METAL CELLO—Local musician Billy Mickelson is only 30 years old, but he’s already releasing his 30th album. And, no, he hasn’t been putting albums out since birth—just for the last 12 years. His latest, WHITE VERSVS BLAK, draws out the cello’s natural darkness and weaves it into a half-cello […]
